Company Description
Rogue Signal Processing was founded to rapidly field prototype Quick Reaction Capabilities to the warfighter. Together with our partners, we maximize our team’s effectiveness to deliver the full cycle of EW system engineering, production, and maintenance tasks. We’re equipped to field everything from custom prototypes to high-rate production variants of complex systems.
This is a full-time on-site role located in Sterling, VA. We are seeking a software engineer to maintain and extend an existing API layer connecting a modern user interface to a complex backend signal processing and mission system baseline. The ideal candidate is a strong software engineer who enjoys learning large existing systems and can work effectively with domain experts to translate requirements into maintainable software solutions.
This position supports a fast-paced, mission-focused development environment with multiple concurrent priorities and demanding schedules. The successful candidate must be comfortable operating in a high-demand environment where priorities can shift quickly based on customer, program, or operational needs. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision is essential. Engineers are expected to take ownership of assigned tasks, drive work to completion, and proactively identify and resolve issues. A strong initiative is required. Team members are expected to communicate progress, risks, blockers, and technical concerns without waiting to be asked. The candidate must be comfortable engaging directly with software developers, system engineers, and technical leads to gather requirements, clarify expectations, and coordinate development activities. Engineers are expected to provide realistic schedule estimates, communicate status accurately, and raise concerns early when deadlines or technical objectives are at risk. Success in this role requires adaptability, accountability, attention to detail, and the ability to learn new technologies and software frameworks quickly. The ideal candidate thrives in challenging technical environments, enjoys solving complex integration problems, and takes pride in delivering high-quality software with minimal oversight.
Responsibilities:
Maintain and enhance existing API servicesDevelop new API capabilities to support future mission requirementsIntegrate front-end applications with backend processing systemsWork closely with CFE and backend developers to understand requirementsDiagnose and resolve integration and performance issuesDevelop automated tests and validation proceduresParticipate in code reviews and software design discussionsSupport deployment, troubleshooting, and sustainment activitiesMinimum Requirements:
Must be a US Citizen (Green Card is not eligible)Minimum of 4 years of related experience requiredBS/MS in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Related FieldStrong Python development experience Experience with C++ codebasesExperience designing, maintaining, and extending APIsExperience with Google Protocol Buffers (protobuf)Experience with message-oriented architectures (AMQ, RabbitMQ, ZeroMQ, Kafka, or similar)Linux software development and debugging Git version control and collaborative development workflowsSoftware integration and troubleshooting across multiple componentsExperience reading and understanding large existing codebasesStrong debugging and root-cause analysis skillsComfortable learning unfamiliar software frameworks and architecturesWorks effectively with backend and CFE developers to implement requirementsAble to understand technical requirements and convert them into working softwareStrong ownership mentality without unnecessary bureaucracyDriven, self-motivated, and capable of working independentlyProven track record of delivering high-quality softwareStrong communicator and team playerOpen to technical mentorship and feedbackDesired Skills:
Active TS/SCI security clearanceExperience with distributed systemsExperience with microservices or service-oriented architecturesExperience with real-time or near-real-time systemsExperience with REST, gRPC, or message-based APIsExperience with containerization (Docker)Experience with CI/CD pipelinesExperience with software testing frameworks and automated testingExperience with system monitoring and logging toolsExperience working in defense, aerospace, EW, SIGINT, communications, SDR, or mission systems environmentsFamiliarity with X-MIDAS or similar signal processing frameworksBenefits:
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceShort Term and Long Term Disability insuranceLife InsuranceProfit Sharing Plan (PSP) - 25% of salary on top of base salary401kFlexible PTO, Holidays and Sick LeaveTuition ReimbursementProfessional Development and Mentorship provided Read Less